Mayor's Office Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

The Mayor is the Chief Executive Officer and Administrative Head of City government.

As Executive Officer of the City, the Mayor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the City. Twelve City Department Directors and two other staff members report directly to the Mayor, along with 1,243 other City employees.

The Mayor represents the City in intergovernmental relationships.

The Mayor presents an annual State of the City message.

The Mayor annually submits a proposed budget and capital plan to the City Council.

The Mayor is recognized as the head of City government for all ceremonial purposes and by the Governor for purposes of military law.